The correct answer is: A. Uttar Pradesh government
Laadli Laxmi Yojana is a government scheme launched in Uttar Pradesh in 2008 to support girls of all religions and caste up to their marriage. The scheme provides financial assistance to girls for their education, health, and marriage. It also aims to create awareness about the importance of girl child education and empowerment.
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The scheme is funded by the state government and the central government.
The scheme is open to all girls who are born in Uttar Pradesh and who are residents of the state. The girl must be a citizen of India and she must be unmarried. The girl must also be a student of a recognized school or college.
The scheme provides financial assistance of up to Rs. 1 lakh to the girl for her education. The assistance is given in the form of a loan, which is repayable after the girl gets married.
The scheme also provides financial assistance of up to Rs. 50,000 to the girl for her health. The assistance is given in the form of a loan, which is repayable after the girl gets married.
The scheme also provides financial assistance of up to Rs. 50,000 to the girl for her marriage. The assistance is given in the form of a grant.
The scheme has been successful in promoting girl child education and empowerment in Uttar Pradesh. The scheme has also helped to reduce the incidence of female foeticide and infanticide in the state.
The scheme has been praised by many organizations and individuals. The scheme has also been awarded several awards.
The scheme has been criticized by some people. They argue that the scheme is not effective in reducing poverty and inequality. They also argue that the scheme is not sustainable in the long run.
Despite the criticism, the Laadli Laxmi Yojana is a successful scheme that has helped to promote girl child education and empowerment in Uttar Pradesh.